What does John find difficult in learning German?

So how is your German class going, John?<br />Well, not bad.<br />The pronunciation is fine with me, and its vocabulary is similar to English.<br />But I'm finding the grammar awful.<br />Well, it takes a while to get it right.

 What is the probable relationship between the speakers?

I hope you can come to the party on Saturday.<br />I didn't know I was invited.<br />Sure you are. Everyone in our office is invited.

 Where does the conversation probably take place?

May I help you?<br />Yes. When is the next train to London?<br />Oh, let me check.<br />It leaves in 20 minutes.<br />One ticket, please.

 What are the speakers talking about?

Charlie, do you know a restaurant called Bravo?<br />Bravo.<br />I know the name, but I'm not sure where it is.<br />It's on George Street.<br />The food there is excellent.

 What does the woman think of her interview?

Brian, I just had an interview. They said they would make a decision soon.<br />What are your chances of getting the job?<br />Quite good. I think the interview went very well.

 听材料，回答问题。

Let's go kite-flying, Judy. It's such a lovely day.<br />Okay, but let me finish my chemistry homework first.<br />Would you mind waiting for half an hour, Max?<br />There are a few sports magazines on the table.<br />Isn't the chemistry homework due next Wednesday?<br />Yeah, but I have a full day of classes on Monday<br />and a birthday party to attend on Tuesday.<br />Alright then, you go ahead and I'll catch up on some sports news while waiting.<br />Let's go kite-flying, Judy. It's such a lovely day.<br />Okay, but let me finish my chemistry homework first.<br />Would you mind waiting for half an hour, Max?<br />There are a few sports magazines on the table.<br />Isn't the chemistry homework due next Wednesday?<br />Yeah, but I have a full day of classes on Monday<br />and a birthday party to attend on Tuesday.<br />Alright then, you go ahead and I'll catch up on some sports news while waiting.

1. （1） When will Judy go to a party?

   A . On Monday. B . On Tuesday. C . On Wednesday.
3. （2） What will Max do next?

   A . Fly a kite. B . Read a magazine. C . Do his homework.

 听材料，回答问题。

We've been on the computer all the time lately.<br />Why don't we do something different Sunday afternoon?<br />Well, we could go to a concert.<br />But I don't think we can get the tickets this late.<br />Then what about playing a computer game?<br />There's a really cool new one we could download.<br />Hmm. I don't know.<br />I feel like I need to do some exercise.<br />We could probably just walk by the lake, and I'll ask Mike to join us.<br />That sounds like fun. Let's do it.<br />We've been on the computer all the time lately.<br />Why don't we do something different Sunday afternoon?<br />Well, we could go to a concert.<br />But I don't think we can get the tickets this late.<br />Then what about playing a computer game?<br />There's a really cool new one we could download.<br />Hmm. I don't know.<br />I feel like I need to do some exercise.<br />We could probably just walk by the lake, and I'll ask Mike to join us.<br />That sounds like fun. Let's do it.

1. （1） What does the man suggest doing at first?

   A . Going to a concert. B . Watching a movie. C . Playing a computer game.
3. （2） What do the speakers decide to do?

   A . Visit Mike. B . Go boating. C . Take a walk.

 听材料，回答问题。

Welcome to our program, Dr. Peterson. Let's see what questions we've got for you today.<br />Here's one. Can cats see color?<br />Sort of. In the wild, many cats hunt at night, because their eyes are designed for low light.<br />Your cat can't see bright colors, such as red and green.<br />But it picks up more shades of blue, yellow, and gray than humans do.<br />And why do cats give dead birds to their owners?<br />When your cat drops a dead bird at your feet, she isn't bringing you a present.<br />Most cats just drag food home because it's a safe place to eat.<br />A cat's mom also brings home things to her children to help them practice hunting.<br />So a female cat without children may bring these treats to her owner instead.<br />You may not like them, but at least you don't have to write her a thank you note.<br />Welcome to our program, Dr. Peterson. Let's see what questions we've got for you today.<br />Here's one. Can cats see color?<br />Sort of. In the wild, many cats hunt at night, because their eyes are designed for low light.<br />Your cat can't see bright colors, such as red and green.<br />It picks up more shades of blue, yellow, and gray than humans do.<br />And why do cats give dead birds to their owners?<br />When your cat drops a dead bird at your feet, she isn't bringing you a present.<br />Most cats just drag food home because it's a safe place to eat.<br />A cat's mom also brings home things to her children to help them practice hunting.<br />So a female cat without children may bring these treats to her owner instead.<br />You may not like them, but at least you don't have to write her a thank you note.

1. （1） Which color do cats see better than humans?

   A . Red. B . Green. C . Blue.
3. （2） Why do cats bring dead birds home?

   A . To eat them in a safe place. B . To show off their hunting skills. C . To make their owners happy.
5. （3） How does the man sound at the end of the conversation?

   A . Grateful. B . Humorous. C . Curious.

 听材料，回答问题。

How is little Ed doing at the kindergarten, Jack?<br />Oh, he's doing fairly well.<br />It's been three weeks since he first started going, so Macy and I are pretty used to it<br />now.<br />You should have seen Macy cry when Ed was about to set off on the first day, though.<br />I think that's a normal reaction for mothers.<br />You live quite close to the kindergarten, don't you?<br />How does he get there?<br />Macy walks there with him every morning, unless the weather is bad.<br />When it rains, they'll drive.<br />And is Ed enjoying kindergarten?<br />Yeah, he loves to have other kids to play with.<br />He keeps telling us things they do together.<br />What do the teachers at the kindergarten say about him?<br />They said he is bright and that he's starting to learn how to tell time.<br />Isn't that fantastic?<br />That is fantastic.<br />It sounds like everything goes well.<br />How is little Ed doing at the kindergarten, Jack?<br />Oh, he's doing fairly well.<br />It's been three weeks since he first started going, so Macy and I are pretty used to it<br />now.<br />You should have seen Macy cry when Ed was about to set off on the first day, though.<br />I think that's a normal reaction for mothers.<br />You live quite close to the kindergarten, don't you?<br />How does he get there?<br />Macy walks there with him every morning, unless the weather is bad.<br />When it rains, they'll drive.<br />And is Ed enjoying kindergarten?<br />Yeah, he loves to have other kids to play with.<br />He keeps telling us things they do together.<br />What do the teachers at the kindergarten say about him?<br />They said he is bright and that he's starting to learn how to tell time.<br />Isn't that fantastic?<br />That is fantastic.<br />It sounds like everything goes well.

1. （1） Who is Macy?

   A . Ed's mother. B . Ed's teacher. C . Ed's friend.
3. （2） How does Ed usually go to kindergarten?

   A . By car. B . On foot. C . By bus.
5. （3） What does Ed enjoy doing at the kindergarten?

   A . Telling stories. B . Singing songs. C . Playing with others.
7. （4） What do the teachers say about Ed?

   A . He's clever. B . He's quiet. C . He's brave.

 听材料，回答问题。

My name is Emily. I had been a dancer for quite a long time.<br />I started studying ballet when I was 6 years old.<br />By the time I was 9, I was dancing 5 days a week.<br />When I was 18, I decided that I really preferred contemporary dance<br />and that I wanted to do it professionally.<br />So, I applied successfully for the training program at the School of Toronto Dance Theatre<br />and moved to Toronto to attend the program.<br />That was the period of time I enjoyed most in Toronto.<br />I graduated on scholarship and danced professionally for 10 years.<br />But after all those years, I found that dance was gradually becoming something<br />that felt like more of a burden than a joy.<br />I found myself increasingly unwilling to drag myself to dance performances.<br />So, I quit.<br />I do miss dance often, but it makes me happy to think<br />that I'll never have to go to another training session again.<br />My name is Emily.<br />I had been a dancer for quite a long time.<br />I started studying ballet when I was 6 years old.<br />By the time I was 9, I was dancing 5 days a week.<br />When I was 18, I decided that I really preferred contemporary dance<br />and that I wanted to do it professionally.<br />So, I applied successfully for the training program at the School of Toronto Dance Theatre<br />and moved to Toronto to attend the program.<br />That was the period of time I enjoyed most in Toronto.<br />I graduated on scholarship and danced professionally for 10 years.<br />But after all those years, I found that dance was gradually becoming something<br />that felt like more of a burden than a joy.<br />I found myself increasingly unwilling to drag myself to dance performances.<br />So, I quit.<br />I do miss dance often, but it makes me happy to think<br />that I'll never have to go to another training session again.<br />Thank you.

1. （1） At what age did Emily start learning ballet?

   A . Five. B . Six. C . Nine.
3. （2） Why did Emily move to Toronto?

   A . To work for a dance school. B . To perform at a dance theater. C . To learn contemporary dance.
5. （3） Why did Emily quit dancing?

   A . She was too old to dance. B . She failed to get a scholarship. C . She lost interest in it.
7. （4） How does Emily feel about stopping training?

   A . She's pleased. B . She's regretful. C . She's upset.